Derrick Nnadi – Noteworthy – Injury
DT Derrick Nnadi sustained a concussion during Sunday’s win against Oakland. This year’s third-round draft pick has played an increasing role in the defense, particularly in run situations. He remains in the league’s concussion protocol.
Eric Berry – Noteworthy – Injury
S Eric Berry sat out the season finale against Oakland after his chronic heel pain flared up late in the week. The club hopes that an additional week of rest will allow Berry to return for the Divisional Playoff game Jan. 12.
Jordan Lucas – Noteworthy – Injury
S Jordan Lucas left Sunday’s game with a stinger. He started in place of injured Eric Berry alongside Daniel Sorensen in the team’s secondary. Lucas has started four games for the club this season and has seen his role expanded during the last two weeks of the season as the team’s dime safety.
Laurent Duvernay-Tardif – Noteworthy – Injury
LG Laurent Duvernay-Tardif could return to the team from injured reserve as soon as next week. His recovery from a fractured fibula and ligament damage in his ankle remains ahead of schedule. The Chiefs have until Jan. 15 to return the offensive lineman to the active roster or leave him on injured reserve for the remainder of the season.
Sammy Watkins – Noteworthy – Injury
WR Sammy Watkins hasn’t played since Week 11 against the Los Angeles Rams on Nov. 19, but the Chiefs have circled the postseason for his anticipated return. Watkins suffered a right foot injury in Week 9. He had been wearing a protective boot until last week, but head coach Andy Reid described his current status as day-to-day.